July+10+Logger+Notes

Renee Kohlhagen Logger Notes July 10, 2007

The sun’s rays on that day were still young as each eager sailor arrived at the same familiar boat dock. After boarding the enormous vessel, we each made our way to the helm of the ship. Entering the room we noticed tables had been arranged to comfortably seat all of the crew. We sat down quietly, and aside from the random rays of light that snuck between the cracks of the ships walls, the dim light of the strategically placed candle at the center of the wooden tables was our only source of light. We could hear the distant sounds of music being played outside from somewhere along the dock. Most of the crew used this sacred time before the Captain was ready, to clear their minds, often recording their thoughts in journals. The ships current cook Mary had provided ample amounts of nourishment for today’s journey, and this motley crew never needed an invitation to consume the many delights.

Shortly after Captain Jeff arrived, our boatswain Wendy reviewed the previous day’s deck log. She would also deliver three unique treasures for the mates to inspect and analyze. Many of the crew speculated to the story and worth of each item. The Captain even used one of these items to predict the future.

Captain Jeff also introduced us to our New Quarter Master, Teralyn. We’re not real friendly with new people, but all the mates agreed she could stay. Besides, she was going to navigate us through the Wiki, and none of us had dared ventured their before. The journey for most was without complication, although our carpenter Neal had to construct some complex devices to make some cabins more comfortable. The morning ended with the telling of a Beloved sea story, as related by the ships rigger, Emily.

During the afternoon the Quarter Master persuaded the Captain to allow the ship to take a new heading for unfamiliar destination. Arriving at this strange location the Quarter Master directed us to stretch our legs in the unknown waters. Here we encountered a collection of artifacts that created a bizarre untold story. Reporting our findings to the kin back home should prove interesting.

Captain Jeff often collaborates with another Ship Captain, Steve, somewhat less experienced, but with plenty of sea savvy. He remained somewhat reclusive on today’s adventure, but kept a watchful eye on the crew. Although, the crew is not mutinous about their actions, the two seem to be profiteering from the destruction of trees. Reams of paper keep finding their way to our bunks on a daily basis with descriptions of charts and dates- further adventures and journeys they are planning to take the crew on. I guess they want us to be prepared, and ready to provide feedback on the many sea bearing trips we will one day depart with our own crews on.

The Captain also required that we finish the previous day’s work that was left incomplete. Good thing we didn’t receive any lashings for our insubordination. The journey back to the dock was calm. Most of the shipmates quietly worked on unfinished duties or stared out into the distance dreaming of new adventures.